Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are the perfect blend of creamy cottage cheese and fluffy eggs, making for a delightful breakfast or brunch dish. This easy-to-make recipe is not only quick to prepare but also visually appealing, bursting with flavor in every bite. Impress your guests with this comforting dish that feels like a warm hug on your plate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp butter or oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and half of the cheddar until well combined.
- Fold in chopped green onions and remaining cheddar.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: For added flavor, customize by including herbs like chives or dill, spices such as paprika, or vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.